5 Habits You Should Avoid First Thing In The Morning
A good morning routine is a fundamental part of self-care, affecting everything from your energy levels and productivity to the state of your skin. But it’s easy to fall into less-than-ideal habits without realizing it—especially during a global pandemic, when…
What Is ‘Trauma Dumping’? Here’s How To Know If You’re Doing It.
If you use TikTok for therapy, you may have seen a viral video posted by therapist Ilene Glance, which sparked such backlash that she deleted her account @sidequesttherapy. Glance titled the video “When clients want to move past trauma in…
How Long You May Need To Walk Outside To See A Boost In Your Mental Health
Nature sounds—chirping birds, flowing streams, falling rain—are often the sound of choice for white noise machines and meditation apps, and there’s a reason: They’re calming. A new small study published in Molecular Psychiatry further highlights this point. Studies have found…
Therapists Say These 6 Common Habits Are Fueling Your Anxiety
Anxiety is a very normal but very unwelcome feeling. Most of us would choose not to go through it if we could. In some ways, it’s like a smoke alarm. A smoke detector will alert you to actual dangers and…
Can’t Find Time For Self-Care? Try ‘Habit Stacking.’
We live in a world where everyone seems to be doing the most. They’re getting work done, keeping their house clean, and seeing loved ones—all while taking time for self-care. It can be frustrating to see others “master” a balanced…
How To Maintain Your Friendships If You’re Dealing With Anxiety Or Depression
Due in large part to the pandemic, more people are reporting feeling overwhelmed or exhausted these days, and mental health conditions like anxiety and depression are on the rise. These struggles can take a toll on our relationships with partners,…
How to Lower Intraocular Pressure without Eye Drops
High intraocular pressure is arguably one of the most common eye problems. High intraocular pressure occurs when the fluid pressure in the eye (intraocular pressure) is higher than usual. If high intraocular pressure is not treated with appropriate attention, it…
How to Lose 5KG in a Week
Whether it’s for an upcoming special occasion or you just want to be healthier, sometimes you just want to lose weight fast. Losing 5 kilograms in a week is a difficult goal to achieve, but with a proper diet and…
Reasons You May Become More Anxious or Sad in the Fall
When we talk about seasonal depression, we probably think of the short, cold winter months. After all, most people who experience seasonal mood changes feel the most stress and anxiety during the depths of winter. But seasonal affective disorder can…
How to Spend a Quiet Sunday Night
For most people, the end of the weekend is not a welcome moment. It marks the return of the work week and all the tasks within it. In other words, Sunday nights can be rough, which is why “Sunday Horrors”…